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  • Bad Bunny Demands $450,000 from Mr Eazi over Joeboy’s “Empty my Pocket”

    Bad Bunny Demands $450,000 from Mr Eazi over Joeboy’s “Empty my Pocket”

    Bad Bunny and his team have demanded that Mr Eazi’s record label emPawa Africa, cover over $450,000 in legal fees after they defeated a copyright lawsuit filed by emPawa Africa over the Joeboy song “Empty My Pocket”

    Bad Bunny is demanding that Mr Eazi and emPawa Africa pay his legal fees.

    It all started in February 2023 when Mr Eazi called out the Puerto Rican superstar for allegedly including uncredited parts of the Joeboy song which was released under emPawa Africa in his own song “Enséñame a Bailar”

    Mr Eazi called out Bad Bunny over alleged copyright infringement

    In a series of posts shared on LinkedIn and X, Mr Eazi wrote in part: “I’m writing this to highlight Rimas Music and Bad Bunny for the copyright infringement towards Afrobeat superstar Joeboy…”

    The Joeboy song “Empty My Pocket” was allegedly illegally sampled by Bad Bunny.

    Mr Eazi and Empawa Africa had demanded that Bad Bunny and his team credit and restore rights on ”Enséñame a Bailar“ to Joeboy and Dera, the producer of the track.

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    According to court documents obtained by Rolling Stone, a judge has now thrown out the lawsuit, citing missed deadlines and failure to continue prosecuting the case by Dera, who filed the lawsuit.

    Bad Bunny and his team are now asking the court to order Mr Eazi and emPawa Africa to cover their legal fees.

  • Keeda Xpensiv Teams Up With Duncan Mighty for Gritty Hustler’s Anthem “Thinking Box”

    Keeda Xpensiv Teams Up With Duncan Mighty for Gritty Hustler’s Anthem “Thinking Box”

    Emerging artist Keeda Xpensiv joins forces with Afrobeats powerhouse Duncan Mighty on a new single titled “Thinking Box.” 

    The record delivers raw street motivation, blending reflective storytelling with melodic depth to capture the realities of hustle, pressure, and staying mentally focused while chasing success.

    Inspired by the street philosophy that what the eyes didn’t see, the mouth shouldn’t talk, the track highlights the importance of silence, discipline, and awareness in environments where money often comes with losses, fake love, and unexpected challenges.

    “It’s a relatable message for hustlers everywhere: stay sharp, stay quiet, and keep your focus on the bigger goal,” says Keeda Xpensiv.

    “Thinking Box” by Keeda Xpensiv. featuring Duncan Mighty is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • Glaxxo Smith Releases New Afrobeats Single “SPC” Featuring Daraygo

    Glaxxo Smith Releases New Afrobeats Single “SPC” Featuring Daraygo

    Nigerian Afrobeats artist Glaxxo Smith has released his latest single, “SPC,” featuring Daraygo.

    The track blends vibrant Afrobeat rhythms, smooth melodies, and energetic vocals.

    “SPC” by Glaxxo Smith feat. Daraygo is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • French Artist Sonia Stern Shares Burna Boy and Aya Nakamura-Inspired Afrobeats Single “ON FAIT COMMENT”

    French Artist Sonia Stern Shares Burna Boy and Aya Nakamura-Inspired Afrobeats Single “ON FAIT COMMENT”

    French singer-songwriter Sonia Stern returns with “ON FAIT COMMENT”, featuring KLN.

    The  Afrobeats single is inspired by the likes of Burna Boy and Aya Nakamura.

    “ON FAIT COMMENT” by Sonia Stern is out now on all streaming platforms. 

  • Nigerian- American Artist Ybee Miles Shares  Afrobeats Single “Control”

    Nigerian- American Artist Ybee Miles Shares  Afrobeats Single “Control”

    Nigerian-American artist Ybee Miles has released a new single “Control.”

    Born Emmanuel Sunday Uche, in Port Harcourt Nigeria, Ybee Miles draws inspiration from his cultural heritage and the music scene in his hometown.

    “Control” is his first single of the year.

    “Control” by Ybee Miles is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • Nigerian Afrobeats Artist Taste Ena Shares New Single “Money”

    Nigerian Afrobeats Artist Taste Ena Shares New Single “Money”

    Nigerian Afrobeats artist Taste Ena has released a new single “Money”

    Born Nosakhare Emmanuel, Taste Ena’s music blends vibrant Afro-Pop rhythms with heartfelt lyrics that speak to the real-life struggles, ambitions, and determination of young Nigerians.

    “Money” by Taste Ena is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • World’s First Digital Latin Urban Artist, Nasty Guerrero, Shares Afrobeats Single “Tu Perdistes”

    World’s First Digital Latin Urban Artist, Nasty Guerrero, Shares Afrobeats Single “Tu Perdistes”

    Nasty Guerrero, recognized as the first digital Latin urban artist, has released her second single “Tu Perdistes.”

    “Tu Perdistes” is built on a rhythmic foundation that blends Afrohouse, UK Funky, and Latin rhythms, creating a hypnotic, danceable, and sophisticated groove.

    Its raw and direct lyrics are based on real-life experiences, criticizing how superficial love has become in today’s society. 

    The release is part of Nasty Guerrero’s debut album, scheduled for release later in March 2026.

    The project is the brainchild of Venezuelan artist, singer, DJ, and producer Chipy Guerrero. 

    ”Tu Perdistes” is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • Canadian Artist King Jon Shares High-Voltage Afrobeats Single “Frequency H”

    Canadian Artist King Jon Shares High-Voltage Afrobeats Single “Frequency H”

    Canadian Afrobeats artist King Jon has released a new single, “Frequency H.” 

    A masterclass in Afrobeat fusion, the track blends infectious rhythmic foundations while exploring the magnetic pull of a connection that transcends the physical.

    “This song is about that moment when you stop moving solo and finally find someone who matches your wavelength,” says King Jon. “It’s about the healing power of the right energy—the right frequency.”

    “Frequency H” by King Jon is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • Latin America’s First Digital Urban Artist Nasty Guerrero Shares Afrobeats Single “Not Real”

    Latin America’s First Digital Urban Artist Nasty Guerrero Shares Afrobeats Single “Not Real”

    Nasty Guerrero has shared a new single “Not Real.”

    The track represents a cultural statement about authenticity, identity and the evolution of music in a digital era. It mixes UK Funky House, Afrobeats rhythms, disco energy and electronic grooves to create a sound designed for global dance floors.

    Nasty Guerrero is not a physical person. It is a digital alter ego created to say what many don’t dare to say. The music, lyrics and production are 100% human. The identity is digital because culture evolves. When what is considered real becomes a copy, Nasty appears to break the structure. It is not artificial intelligence — it is amplified human intention.

    “I am not real. But the culture is.”

    About the Artist

    Nasty Guerrero is the first digital Latin urban artist, a visionary project redefining the future of music. Her sound blends UK Funky House, Afrobeats, Disco and electronic grooves creating a bold global identity.

    “Not Real” by Nasty Guerrero is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • French-Nigerian Artist MAHAKWE Shares Afrobeats Single “Libre Like Mandela”

    French-Nigerian Artist MAHAKWE Shares Afrobeats Single “Libre Like Mandela”

    Afrobeats artist MAHAKWE has released a new single “Libre Like Mandela”, a statement of freedom and legacy. At the crossroads of the personal and the collective, MAHAKWE explores a lived, everyday freedom, carried by bilingual writing that moves between French and English.

    “The title draws inspiration from those who resisted, spoke out, and stood tall when giving in felt easier,” explains MAHAKWE.

    Inspired by Nelson Mandela, Thomas Sankara and Yaa Asantewaa, and the voice of Miriam Makeba, the track weaves past, present, and future into a single, conscious momentum.

    MAHAKWE was born in Nigeria but has roots in Lyon, France.

    “Libre Like Mandela” by MAHAKWE is out now on all streaming platforms.